DuPont Water Solutions Receives Global Sustainability Leadership Award for Implementing UN SDG-6: Water for All
DuPontDuPont(US:DD) Prnewswire·2024-12-16 14:00

Core Insights - DuPont Water Solutions has been awarded the Global Sustainability Leadership for Best Implementer of UN SDG-6: Water for All by the International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) for its contributions to sustainable water management [1][2] Company Contributions - DuPont Water Solutions aims to provide safe, clean water access to the world's population, emphasizing the importance of water for food and energy production [3] - The company has developed innovative products and solutions to address water treatment challenges, including projects in Brazil, China, and for Carlsberg [3][5] - The introduction of the Water Solutions Sustainability Navigator allows users to evaluate the sustainability impacts of various water treatment scenarios, validated for ISO compliance [4] Social Impact Initiatives - DuPont is actively involved in empowering communities vulnerable to climate-related water risks through philanthropic efforts and impact investments, such as designing a water treatment plant for a Maasai community in Tanzania [5] - Collaborations with organizations like ChildFund in Kenya have helped provide reliable clean water sources to local communities [5][6] Technological Advancements - The company's technologies are purifying over 50 million gallons of water per minute across 112 countries, addressing challenges in various sectors including microelectronics [7] - DuPont is innovating solutions to balance global water and energy demands, focusing on maximizing the availability of electricity, lithium, and green hydrogen [7]